Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
romanii
ID:
836993

Status:
valid

Authors:
Königer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Arcula 16: 384 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836328



Common Names

  • Oncidium Romanii
  • Romanii Oncidium
  • Oncidium


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Description

Oncidium romanii (also called 'Roman's Oncidium', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is characterized by its linear leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in tropical rainforests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oncidium romanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oncidium romanii is yellow and tubular in shape with five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard-shelled capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncidium romanii is a species of orchid native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is a warm-growing epiphyte that prefers bright, indirect light and regular waterings. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seedlings should be grown in a medium of sphagnum moss and perlite.

Where to Find Oncidium romanii

Oncidium romanii is native to Colombia and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Oncidium romanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncidium romanii?

Oncidium romanii

What are the common names of Oncidium romanii?

Roman's oncidium

What is the natural habitat of Oncidium romanii?

It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa

Species in the Oncidium genus

Oncidium abortivum, Oncidium abruptum, Oncidium acinaceum, Oncidium adelaidae, Oncidium altissimum, Oncidium amabile, Oncidium amoenum, Oncidium andradeanum, Oncidium angustisegmentum, Oncidium ansiferum, Oncidium anthocrene, Oncidium antioquiense, Oncidium ariasii, Oncidium aurarium, Oncidium ayabacanum, Oncidium baccatum, Oncidium baueri, Oncidium bennettii, Oncidium boothianum, Oncidium brachyandrum, Oncidium bracteatum, Oncidium braunii, Oncidium brevilabrum, Oncidium bryocladium, Oncidium bryolophotum, Oncidium cajamarcae, Oncidium calanthum, Oncidium caminiophorum, Oncidium candelabrum, Oncidium cardiostigma, Oncidium cariniferum, Oncidium caucanum, Oncidium cheirophorum, Oncidium chrysomorphum, Oncidium cirrhosum, Oncidium citrinum, Oncidium constrictum, Oncidium cristatellum, Oncidium cristatum, Oncidium cruciferum, Oncidium cultratum, Oncidium dactyliferum, Oncidium dactylopterum, Oncidium decorum, Oncidium deltoideum, Oncidium dichromaticum, Oncidium discobulbon, Oncidium echinops, Oncidium endocharis, Oncidium ensatum,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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